Zurig 40mg Tablets (20’s) – Febuxostat | Uric Acid & Gout Treatment Medicine

Zurig 40mg Tablets

Zurig 40mg contains Febuxostat 40mg, a xanthine oxidase inhibitor that lowers uric acid levels in the blood. It helps prevent gout attacks, joint pain, swelling, and inflammation caused by uric acid crystal buildup in the joints.

Ingredients

Active Ingredient: Febuxostat 40mg

Inactive Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, lactose monohydrate, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, and film-coating materials.

Drug Class

Class: Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitor

Category: Anti-Gout / Uric Acid Lowering Agent

Dosage Form

Form: Film-coated tablet

Strength: 40mg

Pack Size: 20 Tablets

Uses

• Treatment of gout caused by excess uric acid buildup
• Prevention of uric acid crystal formation during chemotherapy
• Long-term control of uric acid levels in chronic gout

Dosage

Adults: 40mg once daily. If uric acid levels remain high after 2–4 weeks, dose may be increased to 80mg once daily. Take with or without food. Swallow whole with a glass of water. 💊 Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions exactly.

In Case of Overdose

Symptoms: Dizziness, nausea, vomiting, abnormal liver function.

Action: Contact your doctor or nearest emergency center immediately.

Missed Dose

• Take as soon as remembered.
• If almost time for next dose, skip it.
• Do not double up to compensate.

How To Use

• Take once daily at the same time each day.
• Can be taken with or without meals.
• Continue regularly even without symptoms to prevent future attacks.
• Maintain a low-purine diet (avoid red meat, alcohol, seafood).

When Not to Use

• Allergy to Febuxostat or any of its ingredients
• Severe liver or kidney disease
• History of heart attack, stroke, or heart failure
• Pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed

Side Effects

Common: Headache, nausea, diarrhea, joint pain during early treatment, abnormal liver function tests

Serious (rare): Chest pain, shortness of breath, severe skin rash or allergic reactions, yellowing of skin/eyes, swelling of face/lips/throat

⚠️ Seek medical help immediately if serious reactions occur.

Precautions & Warnings

• Monitor uric acid levels regularly
• Use cautiously with heart, liver, or kidney problems
• Avoid alcohol
• Maintain hydration
• Do not stop medication suddenly
• Inform your doctor about all medications

Drug Interactions

• Azathioprine or Mercaptopurine – avoid use
• Theophylline – may increase blood levels
• Warfarin – may increase bleeding risk
• NSAIDs – use with caution during gout management

Storage/Disposal

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place
• Protect from sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Dispose of unused or expired medicine properly

Control Drug

Prescription-only medication (Not a controlled drug).

Quick Tips

• Take daily even when gout symptoms are absent
• Avoid purine-rich foods and alcohol
• Drink plenty of water (8–10 glasses/day)
• Additional medicines may be prescribed initially to prevent gout flares
• Report chest pain, rash, or allergic symptoms immediately